PM Phuc calls for Vietnam-Sweden cooperation expansion
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc suggested Vietnam and Sweden expand cooperation in various realms during his reception for Swedish Foreign Minister Margot Wallström in Hanoi on November 22.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and Swedish Foreign Minister Margot Wallström (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc suggested Vietnam and Sweden expandcooperation in various realms during his reception for Swedish Foreign Minister MargotWallström in Hanoi on November 22.
Vietnam and Sweden should further their collaboration in education-training,science-technology, green technology, smart urban development and supportindustry, he said.
Hailing the effective operation of many Swedish enterprises in Vietnam likeEricsson, ABB and Electrolux, PM Phuc said Vietnam prioritises electronics,automobile spare part manufacturing, and food and beverage processing.
Therefore, Vietnam welcomes the upcoming visit by a delegation of leadingSwedish enterprises to Vietnam to scope out investment and businessopportunities in these fields, the leader stressed.
He commented on the healthy growth of bilateral trade over the past time, whichstood at 1 billion USD in the first ten months of this year, urging competentagencies of both countries to create favourable conditions for their businessesto step up exchanges and cooperation in order to soon double the figure.
The PM also called on Sweden to encourage the EU to soon sign and ratify theVietnam-EU Free Trade Agreement to facilitate trade links between Vietnam andSweden.
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Vietnam-Sweden diplomatic tiesin 2019, PM Phuc asked the two countries’ foreign ministries to join hands to successfullyorganise visits and cultural, tourism and trade and investment promotionactivities.
Vietnam always treasures and continuously consolidates the long-standingrelationship and multi-faceted cooperation with Sweden, he affirmed.
In reply, Margot Wallström said Sweden wishes to be good friend and atrustworthy partner of Vietnam, appealing to the two countries to intensifytheir comprehensive cooperation, especially through high-level visits.
Expressing her impressions on Vietnam’s outstanding development, the minister saidSwedish firms hope Vietnam to maintain the growth rate to make it easier fortheir investment.
She congratulated Vietnam on its successful hosting of activities within the APECYear 2017, hailing Vietnam’s support for trade liberalisation.
The minister used the occasion to share losses caused by natural disasters andclimate change in Vietnam, saying Sweden wishes to cooperate with the country inthis sphere.-VNA
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Vietnam and Sweden have traditional friendship and fruitful cooperation. Apart from strengthening economic cooperation, the two sides agreed to promote collaboration in education-training, science-tec
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and Swedish Foreign Minister Margot Wallström (Source: VNA) 
